gemini_star BSN, RN

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    Second courser needs help

    gemini_star replied to xasdas's topic in International Nursing

    I'll be the first one to tell you not to pursue it unless you are 100% sure (mentally, physically, desirability, psychologically, financially) that you really love nursing. With the thousands of...
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    Filipino nurses warned against 'leaking' US board exam questions to other examinees

    gemini_star replied to pinoy_guy's topic in Philippines

    I really have the feeling of bringing up this topic only provokes more cheating to happen. It's like initiating it. Some people have no idea that this is happening. As for social tolerance, just...
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    DoH wants to stop doctors from leaving RP

    gemini_star replied to pinoy_guy's topic in International Nursing

    There are judges taking up nursing? I am not aware of that. The news is great which only shows that the government is starting to take action on this matter. I wish they would also close some schools...
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    What color Stethoscope to buy?

    gemini_star replied to 09RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Mine is color pink! It looks great on me.
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    CVS-NY $275 or $325

    gemini_star replied to koa0420's topic in International Nursing

    It was stated very clear to ADD $50 for processing fee. Without that $50, it won't be
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    State of Nursing Education in the Philippines

    gemini_star replied to YAJRN's topic in International Nursing

    i've been reading suzanne's post for more than a year now. as far i am concerned, i am very happy that she has the guts to post the real scenario in the philippines even though she is not from the pi....
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    State of Nursing Education in the Philippines

    gemini_star replied to YAJRN's topic in International Nursing

    There is nothing wrong with working in the PI if you really love your job without counting money in return. Filipino nurses who are now in the U.S. had their training for couple of years in PI. If...
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    where to apply as a staff nurse?

    gemini_star replied to moon_dust's topic in International Nursing

    Probably they will credit you nursing experience for 5 years. Though I can assure you will undergo orientation but not training. Goodluck! Where in the middle east did you
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    Hot TIPS for Phil. Board Exam

    gemini_star replied to purple_rage17's topic in Philippines

    What's
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    Questions about actual student training experiences

    gemini_star replied to suzanne4's topic in International Nursing

    This is a very good idea. You are so kind helping future nurses. I had already undergone first semester of clinical duty for the past three months and the only nursing skills that I had experienced...
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    Sterlization

    gemini_star posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What's the difference between chemical and mechanical sterlization in applying to the body. I answered that chemical sterilization uses chemical solutions like betadine, alcohol, etc, while mechanical...
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    Nursing Internship Program

    gemini_star replied to lawrence01's topic in International Nursing

    Yep that would be excellent plus a rigid interview and with highest priority on those who got a high score in board exams or high grades from school. Now that would be competitive and a great...
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    Nursing Internship Program

    gemini_star replied to lawrence01's topic in International Nursing

    That would be a nice idea. Although one consideration is the proliferation of student nurses patient ratio in the hospital. There are so many students nurses out there and few hospitals to accommodate...
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    2nd Degree RN programs in Phillipine

    gemini_star replied to brennie's topic in International Nursing

    Why would you want a clinical experience in PI when US has the state of the art facilities? I think it is the other way around wherein the last month is spent in the US. Ask your co worker
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    Please Tell me..

    gemini_star replied to floriza's topic in International Nursing

    Certainly true, it is written in the history of DOH book during the th1980's. Nursing programs was only 4 yrs but students were required to work in a rural community for sometime for their license to...
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    General Discussion about Filipino RNs currently working in the U.S.

    gemini_star replied to lawrence01's topic in Philippines

    man, you worry bout your height but not your 20
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    Schools for 2nd coursers - BS Nursing

    gemini_star replied to gemini_star's topic in Philippines

    Hi butter and to others, Take note that the list is not an official one. There are changes in the future about the schools. I would highly appreciate it if you can give me updates and info regarding...
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    tri-sem schools in the philippines (nursing)

    gemini_star replied to xyra_mei's topic in International Nursing

    They do accept male nursing students even older ones. Good
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    What's the Best Nursing Drug Handbook?

    gemini_star posted a topic in General Students

    I am going to take Pharmacology soon. I just want to get the best book. Any good books to
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    What's the Best Nursing Drug Handbook?

    gemini_star replied to gemini_star's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the great responses! It will be Davis, Mosbys or Springhouse.
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    Websites...

    gemini_star replied to FutureRN~Pookie's topic in General Nursing

    Any good Microbiology and Fundamentals of Nursing
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    A Really Big Decision

    gemini_star replied to Charmedone619's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1 month is not that long. Some would even take up nursing after having a bachelor degree. If this is really what you want, go for it. What matters most is your interest and what makes you happy....
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    Congratulations to MISS GRACE DIWA

    gemini_star replied to bonsai_25's topic in International Nursing

    Congratulations!
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    Psychology

    gemini_star replied to gemini_star's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks for your reply. I definitely need to take it next
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    Psychology

    gemini_star posted a topic in International Nursing

    Is the subject psychology needed for nursing validation or creditation in the US? I haven't taken this subject during college but I have taken up philosophy and sociology subjects. Would that be...